About WAM

Write Around the Murray (WAM) is Albury’s boutique festival of reading, writing, illustration and storytelling. Readers, writers, artists and storytellers gather from across the country to share stories, knowledge and skills as part of a diverse and invigorating program.

WAM is the only literary based festival in the region, attracting both high profile and emerging authors and presenters. Events take place in and around the architecturally stunning Albury LibraryMuseum and surrounding cultural precinct over five days in mid-September. Author and program details are released July/August.

Check out our short clip from 2016.

WAM began as a community initiative to celebrate the opening of the LibraryMuseum in 2007 and has grown steadily year by year. With its heart in regional Australia, our vibrant and dynamic festival retains its characteristic intimacy and friendliness. It’s a must to attend!